Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy
Newington, Connecticut 6111
25 Reasons for You to Attend CCMT
1. Experience and Reliability – In our 25th year of operation, CCMT is the oldest massage therapy school in Connecticut with over 3600 massage therapy graduates since 1980.
2. Innovative and Comprehensive Training – Six unique programs to choose from to match your personal and professional interests.
3. Exclusively Focused on Massage Therapy Education – We are energized by, passionate about and committed to the development of our students and the field of massage therapy.
4. Outstanding National Exam Success – Between 1999 and 2003, our graduates have sustained an average pass rate of 98.5% on the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, well above the national average of 75% in 2003. Also, since August 2001, CCMT has maintained a 90% pass rate for the New York State Licensure Exam, again, well above the average pass rate of 75%.
5. Commitment to a Mindful Environment – Uplifting and nurturing professional environment where presence of mind and heart are valued and practiced.
6. Accomplished Faculty – Experienced, heart-centered career professionals dedicated to creating a transformative learning environment for students.
7. Hands-On Supply Store and Mail Order Service – Extensive supply of massage therapy products for students and practicing therapists.
8. Employers Seek CCMT Graduates – Largest source of job postings for licensed massage therapists in CT.
9. Lifetime Job Placement Assistance – Lifetime assistance available to help graduates achieve their career goals.
10. Graduate Services – Devoted to providing resources and support to graduates, employers and community members with exam review workshops, job listings, referral service, career skills workshops, assistants program and business consultations.
11. Longstanding Commitment to Quality – In 1985, CCMT became the third accredited massage school in the United States and has since maintained its commitment to providing quality education in massage therapy.
12. COMTA Accredited – Accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, a national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education. CCMT is the only COMTA accredited massage school in Connecticut.
13. Federal Financial Aid – Loans and grants available to those who qualify.
14. High Student Satisfaction – Graduating students consistently report high satisfaction with their education at CCMT.
15. Supportive Admissions Process – Dynamic and informative admissions staff dedicated to helping applicants learn about CCMT and massage therapy as a profession.
16. Discovery Workshop – A hands-on workshop described by participants as instrumental in their decision to attend CCMT.
17. Transfer Credit to CCMT – Available to qualified applicants.
18. Student Services – Department at each campus devoted to providing resources for students, including strong academic support for all learning styles through tutors, study skills workshops, science study groups, massage exchange resources and student advisors offering individual guidance.
19. Program Affiliations – Selected programs provide students with clinical experience at Hartford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital, William H. Backus Hospital and The Spa at Norwich Inn.
20. Approved Practice Sites – CCMT has an extensive network of approved professional sites including spa, corporate, medical, social service, athletic, wellness and massage therapy, where students may arrange to do practice sessions throughout their program and gain valuable workplace experience.
21.Student Clinics – Provides students with opportunities to synthesize and apply their knowledge and skills in working directly with the public in a supervised setting.
22. Assistants Program – Graduates and senior students may be approved as course assistants, becoming a dynamic part of the CCMT community, providing extra support for the students and instructors, and benefiting by further enhancing their skills with a favorite or new instructor.
23. College Credits – Selected courses have been assessed and approved for up to 38 credits through Charter Oak State College.
24. Advanced Studies – A variety of graduate level workshops and certification programs for those interested in broadening their foundation of skills and clinical knowledge. Approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider.
25. On-Site School Owner – Active owner/co-founder/Executive Director, based at Newington main school who regularly visits branch campuses.
